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Brian Anderson 2020 Outlook: Unspectacular But Solid Option for Points Leagues
5 years agoMiami Marlins third baseman Brian Anderson didn't quite take the step forward that many in the organization hoped he would in his third season. Anderson finished 2019 with a .261/.342/.468 slash line that represented a step back in average and on-base percentage. His slugging did rise along with his hard-hit rate of 45.7% which was a three-point jump from the previous year. The fact that Anderson reached the 20-homer mark in 126 games should give hope that he could jump to 25 or more taters if he can stay healthy.
Of course, much of the concern surrounding Anderson's fantasy value is tied to his team context. The Marlins finished 29th in runs scored, which hurts the R+RBI potential of any player in the lineup. If new additions Jonathan Villar, Corey Dickerson, and Jesus Aguilar can inject life into the offense, Anderson could increase his value. As it stands, his solid but unspectacular counting stats make him slightly above replacement level in roto leagues. He is more appealing in points leagues for the fact he's hit 67 doubles and taken 30 HBP over the last two seasons. There's no need to reach on Anderson though, as he is currently going 245th in NFBC drafts, after other options at the hot corner like Gio Urshela and Yandy Diaz.
